IBM Power 9 Scale-Out Server

IBM Power S922 (9009-22A)

IBM Power S922 (9009-22A) profile covering specifications, lifecycle status, sourcing fit, and upgrade planning context.

Machine type: 9009-22A Software tier: P10

IBM Power S922 (9009-22A) is part of the Scale-out A-generation Power 9 family. Treat it as an installed-base decision point: confirm the exact machine type, support status, IBM i release path, and parts plan before spending money on upgrades.

At a Glance

Machine Type9009-22A
Form Factor2U rack, 1 or 2 sockets
Processor ScaleUp to 20 cores in common A-generation configurations
Memory CeilingUp to 4 TB DDR4

Structured Specifications

IBM Power S922 (9009-22A) specification summary

AreaDetail
FamilyScale-out A-generation
Storage and I/OA-generation internal storage and PCIe expansion options
PCIePCIe Gen4 and Gen3 I/O slots
Operating systemsIBM i, AIX, Linux, VIOS
Software tierP10

IBM lists 31-Jan-2026 as transition to end of support services for 9009-22A.

Owner Decision

Keep

Works when capacity, support, backup, and release level are stable.

Expand

Works when parts are available and the upgrade buys a short, known runway.

Maintain

Works when service coverage is clear and replacement is already planned.

Replace

Works when IBM i 7.6, warranty reset, stronger architecture, or longer runway matter.

Sources

Midland publishes S922 range signals around 20.6k to 52k, configuration-dependent.

Reference Documents

IBM Power Systems S922, S914, and S924 Technical Overview and Introduction

IBM Redpaper for the original Power 9 S914, S922, and S924 A-generation systems. ... IBM Redbooks

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Frequently Asked

What is 9009-22A?

9009-22A is the machine type-model for the original A-generation IBM Power S922 Power 9 server.